Support modules

On Board support modules are a 'one stop shop' for information and resources on key governance topics. They include model policies and templates, guidance notes and governance guides, and direct links to the topic on other websites - e.g. Victorian Public Sector Commission (VPSC).

Model policies - your board should have policies in place that are consistent with DELWP’s model policies. This will assist your agency to meet its governance obligations.

Guidance notes – are an overview of a key governance topic or information on a particular aspect of it.

Induction – new board members should be provided with certain information in their induction program and kit.

DELWP guide to good governance – board members

DELWP guide to annual reporting - public bodies

A guide for those DELWP agencies with annual reporting obligations under the Financial Management Act. Updated each year.

Committees of management responsibilities and good practice guidelines

The guidelines are key reading for small (category 3) committees of management of crown land reserves. Published by DELWP.

Governing the Victorian Water Industry

This guide provides an overview of the governance and legislative framework for the Victorian water industry, and will benefit board directors and employees of water corporations. It is available as an e-guide or a downloadable PDF (PDF, 6.7 MB).

Suggestions and feedback

Please email your suggestions for additional support modules and resources (e.g. model policies and guidance notes) and your feedback on how to improve existing resources to governance@delwp.vic.gov.au.